win a ball from Bowling.com
« previous next »
Pages: 1 ... 3 4 [5] 6 7

Author Topic: New Tape Product  (Read 9392 times)

flacoman

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 141
New Tape Product
« on: May 06, 2005, 02:16:17 AM »
Tired of fighting your thumbhole?
SlickTape gives you the smooth release you need to lift and turn with authority.
Polymer formula, ultra-slick tape lets you get a snugger fit and still release cleanly. Visit www.slicktape.com and drop a buck-fifty for a sample. If you mention Ballreviews.com in the contact form , I'll double your order.
If you go for a 15-pack, you'll get 6 free!
This offer is ending Memorial Day Monday, midnight!!
Get slick and roll it smooth!
--------------------
Get slick and roll it smooth! www.slicktape.com

Edited on 5/19/2005 10:35 AM

Edited on 5/28/2005 9:12 AM
Logged

 

flacoman

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 141
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #61 on: May 20, 2005, 08:19:51 AM »
Point well taken... we are going to re-visit that issue if it persists.
I seem to have had a section where the glue DIDN'T stick very well, so we will discuss this with the tape supplier. I thank you for bringing the issue up and please accept my apology for this problem. It's a fine line between making it stay,and having it let go when you want it to.
Regards
Jorge
--------------------
Get slick and roll it smooth! www.slicktape.com
Logged

jkiser01

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7124
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #62 on: May 20, 2005, 08:26:58 AM »
I have removed the tape and all I did was wipe the thumb with acetone and that removed all the residue with no problem.


--------------------
If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Logged
Radical Bowling Technologies ...Its more than just an Attitude!

Sir Bowl-A-Lot

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2981
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #63 on: May 20, 2005, 08:37:43 AM »
quote:
I have removed the tape and all I did was wipe the thumb with acetone and that removed all the residue with no problem.


Well, my thumbhole isn't that large so I cannot get all the way down in there with acetone and a rag to get the glue out.  Why not use the type of glue from the black & white bowler's tape?
--------------------
*Don't swing it if you can't bring it.*
"Hey Guero..." "Yeah, bro?"
BallReviews member since 3/31/2003 (since 2001 under the late user name buzzsaw16)

Edited on 5/20/2005 8:31 AM
Logged

jkiser01

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7124
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #64 on: May 20, 2005, 08:44:10 AM »
My thumbhole is small as well.. All you do is put some acetone on a small rag and use a screwdriver to push the rag down into the hole..
--------------------
If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Logged
Radical Bowling Technologies ...Its more than just an Attitude!

Sir Bowl-A-Lot

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2981
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #65 on: May 20, 2005, 09:01:10 AM »
quote:
My thumbhole is small as well.. All you do is put some acetone on a small rag and use a screwdriver to push the rag down into the hole..


Sounds like fun when you're trying to make hole adjustments during league play or during tourneys.  
--------------------
*Don't swing it if you can't bring it.*
"Hey Guero..." "Yeah, bro?"
BallReviews member since 3/31/2003 (since 2001 under the late user name buzzsaw16)

Edited on 5/20/2005 8:53 AM
Logged

jkiser01

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7124
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #66 on: May 20, 2005, 09:05:51 AM »
Not a big deal to me. I carry a small bottle of acetone and towels in my bowling bag..

I would rather have the glue too strong than have it not strong enough..
--------------------
If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Logged
Radical Bowling Technologies ...Its more than just an Attitude!

Sir Bowl-A-Lot

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2981
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #67 on: May 20, 2005, 09:23:47 AM »
quote:
Not a big deal to me. I carry a small bottle of acetone and towels in my bowling bag..

I would rather have the glue too strong than have it not strong enough..


jkiser01, I don't know about you but I don't have time to wrestle the tape out of the thumbhole, clean the hole with acetone, rag, and a screwdriver, adjust the size of the thumbhole with a different type of product (due to changes with the temp. and humidity) and be ready to bowl when it is my turn.  To each his own I guess.

Maybe you haven't seen the problem I have with the glue left behind from the slicktape.  It was a pain to remove the tape, and basically, all of the glue that was on the back of the tape to start with was now in my thumbhole.  I'm sorry, but I have never had to use a rag and acetone after removing the AMF black or white tape even after it had been left in a ball for months.

I won't be purchasing anymore of this product until I know it has been rectified.  In fact, I just added more reverse pitch and went up two sizes on my thumbhole, so I doubt I will be needing a product like this any longer.  A teammate of mine that also tried this product had the same problem when he tried to remove it.  I still think this is a nice idea but the industrial strength glue needs to go.  
--------------------
*Don't swing it if you can't bring it.*
"Hey Guero..." "Yeah, bro?"
BallReviews member since 3/31/2003 (since 2001 under the late user name buzzsaw16)

Edited on 5/20/2005 9:17 AM
Logged

flacoman

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 141
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #68 on: May 20, 2005, 09:37:19 AM »
Sir-Bowl-A-Lot:
If you're unhappy with the product, I'll happily refund your money.
No one likes feeling like they got ripped off, myself included.
Message me should you wish to discuss this further.
Regards
Jorge
--------------------
Get slick and roll it smooth! www.slicktape.com
Logged

Sir Bowl-A-Lot

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2981
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #69 on: May 20, 2005, 10:02:36 AM »
redbear - Nice idea.  Never thought of that, but the extra piece of tape would really make the thumbhole snugger than I would probably want.

flacoman - No big deal bro.  I don't feel like I was ripped-off.  Besides, as I stated earlier, I don't think I'll need to use tape any longer.  It served its purpose and I got my $1.50 worth.  
--------------------
*Don't swing it if you can't bring it.*
"Hey Guero..." "Yeah, bro?"
BallReviews member since 3/31/2003 (since 2001 under the late user name buzzsaw16)

Edited on 5/20/2005 9:55 AM
Logged

jkiser01

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7124
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #70 on: May 20, 2005, 10:34:36 AM »
I have not had the glue problem that you are talking about, very strange.. Did you leave the balls or tape in a hot car? Just wondering..

I have tried it on top of some white tape as well and by itself and not seen any problems at all..

I am also always making tape adjustments during a game and that doesn't bother me at all.. Like you said, to each his own..
--------------------
If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01

Edited on 5/20/2005 10:27 AM
Logged
Radical Bowling Technologies ...Its more than just an Attitude!

Sir Bowl-A-Lot

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2981
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #71 on: May 20, 2005, 10:47:43 AM »
quote:
I have not had the glue problem that you are talking about, very strange.. Did you leave the balls or tape in a hot car? Just wondering..


Nope, they stay in the room temp. bowling alley locker.
--------------------
*Don't swing it if you can't bring it.*
"Hey Guero..." "Yeah, bro?"
BallReviews member since 3/31/2003 (since 2001 under the late user name buzzsaw16)
Logged

Brickguy221

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 9918
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #72 on: May 20, 2005, 03:03:51 PM »
quote:
I have not had the glue problem that you are talking about, very strange.. Did you leave the balls or tape in a hot car? Just wondering..

I have tried it on top of some white tape as well and by itself and not seen any problems at all..

I am also always making tape adjustments during a game and that doesn't bother me at all.. Like you said, to each his own..

 

I agree with Jim entirely. Now if only my order would arrive as I need to replace one piece that I messed up and have no replacement tape yet. Maybe it will arrive tomorrow.
--------------------
Experiencing the power of TRACK balls  
Logged
"Whenever I feel the urge to exercise I lie down until the feeling passes away"

flacoman

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 141
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #73 on: May 20, 2005, 04:55:52 PM »
OK Everybody!
If you ordered product and haven't recieved it
Let me know!!
I want to make sure everyone gets what they paid for and if I have to send more out, so be it.
Message me and we'll start harrassing folks out there.
--------------------
Get slick and roll it smooth! www.slicktape.com
Logged

troublin

  • Jr. Member
  • **
  • Posts: 20
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #74 on: May 21, 2005, 02:39:21 AM »
Just made payment though pay pal for one package of 15 pieces. After reading several of the reviews I thought I need to give them a try.





Logged

chun914

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 256
Re: New Tape Product
« Reply #75 on: May 21, 2005, 01:43:33 PM »
anyone got a pic of this tape ??
Logged
Pages: 1 ... 3 4 [5] 6 7
« previous next »